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Freelance or full-time? Here’s a simple formula for hiring talent

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By John Dyke

Not sure whether to hire in-house staff or work with freelancers? This article should help make the decision much simpler for you.

The lowdown on working with independent contractors

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By Kellie Byrnes

Hiring an independent contractor may be an effective way to get more work done without onboarding a new, full-time resource, but there are a few things small business owners should be aware of before taking the plunge, writes Kellie Byrnes.

What’s your specialty? Why every tradesperson needs a niche

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By Kellie Byrnes

You have a special set of skills, so your business should offer a clearly defined set of services. As a tradesperson, carving out your niche is a simple way to make business life easier.

Think in Colour – Being your own boss as a creative professional

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By Campbell Phillips

Jessamy Gee took on a lot of risk when starting her creative professional services business. Now that Think in Colour has been in operation for nearly a decade, we asked her to share some of the secrets to her success.

Calling all lady tradies: Here are 4 tips to help you get ahead in 2019

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By Kellie Byrnes

While the trades and construction industry has been a primarily male-dominated one for a long time, things are slowly beginning to change. So here’s some motivation and inspiration for all the hard-working women in hi-vis out there.

5 ways self-employed women can start closing the superannuation gap

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By Christina Hobbs

As the CEO of Australia’s first superannuation fund for women, Christina Hobbs is painfully aware of the superannuation gap between men and women – particularly for those who also happen to be self-employed. In this article, she shares her tips on how to start rectifying the situation.

4 tips for taking the stress out of being a tradesperson

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By Kellie Byrnes

Anyone running a trades-based business knows it’s a stressful career path that can really take a toll. But that doesn’t mean there aren’t some simple things any tradesperson can do to make their work situation more enjoyable.

Why some businesses choose to stay small

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By Renae Smith

While the idea of overnight success sounds appealing, for many businesses growing too quickly or too much may have serious downsides.

Having what it takes to go freelance

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By Kellie Byrnes

Many people long to hand in their resignation at work. They dream about being self-employed, with flexibility, freedom, and the chance to make their own decisions – but it takes a bit of planning.
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